12 Questions
What is the primary function of an operating system?
To manage system resources and execute application programs
Which component is responsible for handling interrupts and transferring control to the appropriate service routine?
Interrupt architecture
What is the difference between a trap or exception and an interrupt?
A trap or exception is a software-generated interrupt caused by an error or user request, while an interrupt is hardware-generated
Which component is responsible for determining the logical interaction between a storage device and the computer?
Disk controller
What is the primary advantage of non-volatile memory (NVM) devices compared to hard disk drives (HDDs)?
NVM devices are faster and more responsive than HDDs
Which component is an extension of main memory that provides large non-volatile storage capacity?
Hard disk drives (HDDs)
What is the primary function of an interrupt vector?
To handle requests for operating system services and interrupts
Which of the following statements about the bootstrap program is correct?
It is responsible for initializing all aspects of the computer system and loading the operating system kernel
Which of the following is the correct order of storage units from smallest to largest?
Bit, Byte, Word, Kilobyte, Megabyte, Gigabyte, Terabyte
What is the primary purpose of a device driver?
To provide a uniform interface between the device controller and the operating system kernel
Which of the following best describes the concept of caching in computer systems?
Storing parts of data in faster storage systems for improved performance
What is the primary purpose of a Direct Memory Access (DMA) structure?
To enable high-speed data transfer between I/O devices and main memory without involving the CPU
Test your knowledge on the definitions introduced in Chapter 1 of Operating Systems, including terms like interrupt driven, system program, and middleware. Fill in the blanks with the correct terms to assess your understanding.
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